2018 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · EG18 VMC
2018 Hyundai Ioniq (1.6L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 02/08/2018. Recorded mileage 122,504 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI IONIQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,504 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Hybrid Electric (Clean)
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1580cc
EG18 VMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
- 122,504 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid/PHEV)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
EG18 VMC Mileage History
- 06/07/202266,513 mi
- 19/07/202383,924 mi+17,411 mi
- 02/07/2024102,188 mi+18,264 mi
- 03/07/2024102,190 mi+2 mi
- 30/07/2025122,504 mi+20,314 mi
Average of roughly 18,258 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EG18 VMC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Hyundai Ioniq (EG18 VMC) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: HYUNDAI IONIQ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 12V Battery Drain & Deep Sleep Bugs(Moderate)
The auxiliary 12V battery can drain if the car is left for several days. On earlier models, this was often due to the car failing to enter a "deep sleep" mode, sometimes exacerbated by frequent Bluelink app pings or third-party tracking apps.
- Clutch Actuator Fluid Leak(Serious)
An internal leak in the hydraulic clutch actuator can lead to an electrical short and is a known fire risk. Most affected cars were recalled.
- DCT Hesitation & Shudder(Moderate)
The 6-speed DCT can feel hesitant or "shudder" when pulling away, particularly in cold weather or stop-start traffic.
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